New geothermal heat plant design maximizes energy efficiency in cities.
The researchers studied how connecting high-temperature and low-temperature heating systems in series can improve the use of geothermal energy in a geothermal heat plant. They found that using low-temperature heating systems can significantly increase the efficiency of geothermal energy utilization in the plant. This approach helps cool municipal water effectively and allows for better heat transfer between geothermal water and municipal water, making the process more efficient overall.